River to River
Concord
What to Expect:
Although this route isn’t an easy to follow loop, the water features — from the Moose River to Shadow Lake, a hidden waterfall, and the Moore Reservoir — make it ideal for a hot day. There are plenty of views on Shadow Lake Road that are worth the effort whether going out or back.
Length:
20.7 mi / 33.3 km
Climb:
2,399 ft / 731 m
Steepest Ascent:
12.5%
Steepest Descent:
-8.4%
Parking:
Moose River Parking: From US-2 in Concord, turn south onto Royalston Corner Road. Parking is in the lot on the right before the bridge over the river.
On a big bend on the Moose River, Concord is a small town with heart. Visit a classic Vermont gas station with all the extras, eat at a family-friendly restaurant or stay overnight at one of the town’s campgrounds. Step away from the Route 2 corridor to enjoy quiet back roads and take a dip (or the chance to fish) in the stunningly beautiful Shadow Lake or Miles Pond.